Volunteer at the Garden!

The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.

— DeAnn Hollis

Volunteers are vital to the success of the Garden and are an integral part of the education program. Please join us and make a difference in our community! There are many fun opportunities available to participate involving varying degrees of hourly commitment.

VOLUNTEER PERKS

10% discount on any level of membership

Invitation to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow volunteers

Learn about Japanese culture and gardens

Build experience in various skill sets, including administration, gardening, and more!

Please note that the Garden does not accept court referrals.

SEASONAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Cherry Blossom Festival: The JFG throws a festival every spring to celebrate our blooming cherry blossom trees! We need volunteers to help us run our beer and tea garden, kids area, in-house food booth and more. This year's Cherry Blossom Festival takes place on March 9th, 10th and 11th. For more information, please click the link below.

The most relaxing volunteer job in San Diego! Assist our gardeners by pulling weeds, watering plants, and performing various other duties under the gardeners' supervision. No previous gardening experience required and scheduling is flexible.

General Office Assistant

Help out with random tasks around the office - can include anything from scanning files to preparing crafts to setting up for an event!

Departmental Assistant

Assist with various duties in a specific department. Departments include: